Ash Wednesday Services February 10

Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent.  Services on February 10, 2016, are listed below at six Morrison, IL, churches. Each welcomes new and long-time residents as well as visitors to attend. Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, will offer The Imposition of the Ashes service and Holy

Letter from Lester Mathew

Dear Editor: I [wish] to express a great “thank you” to Pastor Mike Selburg for hosting the gathering for Anna Catherine Stockham tonight[, Thursday, February 4, 2016].  Our First Presbyterian Church has been the only one who expressed an interest in holding such an event, that I am aware of.

January 2016 American Red Cross Blood Drive Report

Kaywyn J. Beswick, R. N./ARC Blood Drive Coordinator, submitted this report. This year has come in with a bang. But the first Morrison ARC blood drive went off without a hitch. I can always depend on my great sponsors, dependable volunteers, and generous blood donors to make it a success,

Relay for Life Breakfasts at DQ Grill & Chill

“Bethesda Blaze” Relay for Life team will serve you breakfast at DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, in Morrison, IL, on Saturday, February 27, and Saturday, March 5, 2016.  Hours will be from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. Pictured are five “Bethesda Blaze” members and two DQ Grill &

Morrison High School February Students of the Month

Our Rotary February 2016 students of the month are Sydney Beveroth and Adam Deter. Sydney is the daughter of Keith and Sondra Beveroth.  She is active in Pons and Student Council, where she serves as President.  She is also a member of Key Club and the BLIND program, where she

Gathering of Friends for Anna Stockham February 4

On Thursday, February 4, 2016, at 5:00 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway and Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, will host a gathering for the community of friends of Anna Catherine Stockham.  It will be a time to give thanks for her life and friendship and to share memories.  All

“Mary Poppins” Arrives at Odell Library February 9

“Mary Poppins” is one of a select group of films that can truly be called a Classic.  It is filled with so much child-like wonder that it will never grow old or out-of-date.  It is based on the book, written in 1934, by P. L. Travers, of a magical nanny

WHOA Trivia Night February 6

Round up a group for a night of fun and trivia on Saturday, February 6, 2016, in support of White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.)  The doors to Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL, open at 6:00 p.m.  Trivia starts at 7:00 p.m.  The registration is $10

LEGO Club Open House

To promote the new LEGO Club, which begins from 10:30 to noon, Saturday, February 6, 2016, Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, hosted a LEGO Club Open House.  On Saturday, January 23, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, the Program Room was filled with youngsters who knew just

K of C Basketball

Morrison St. Mary’s Knights of Columbus members held their annual Free Throw Competition on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at Morrison Junior High School, 305 E. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL.  According to Brock Helms, “about 30” boys and girls registered for the 1:00 p.m. event, held in the East Gymnasium.   Other

January 30 Free Throw Competition

The Knights of Columbus host their third annual Free Throw Competition on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at Morrison Junior High School, 305 E. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL.  Boys and girls register at 12:30 p.m. prior to the 1:00 competition.  There is no fee. Contestants must fit one of the following

The Whiteside Forum: How Economic Inequality Harms Societies

The Whiteside Forum presents “How Economic Inequality Harms Societies” on Thursday, January 28, 2016, starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Our own Dean Stone, retired Clinton Community College and Ashford University Social Studies Professor, is the guest presenter. 

“Adult Coloring for Fun” at Odell

Bring coloring books, crayons, coloring pens and pencils and enjoy the relaxation of coloring!  Odell Public Library will host a night of adult coloring, a craze that has hit the Nation, on Tuesday, February 2, 2016, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.   There has been an explosive popularity of adult

Crackle Pendant Necklace Class February 25

Have you ever wanted to make your own jewelry, but didn’t know where to start?  Here’s your chance to create something uniquely yours.  Deb Schaver from Wilson’s Floral & Gifts will teach you to make three pendants for just $20.  Class will be held at the Robert Fulton Community Center,

Cabin Fever Ladies’ Night January 28

Are you worn out by the winter weather and long nights?  Tired of being cooped up in the house?  Get out and join us for Cabin Fever Ladies’ Night.  It is Thursday, January 28, 2016, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at the Robert Fulton Community Center, 912 4th Street, Fulton,